The tool for helping entrepreneurs understand their finance options


Posted on: 13/03/2026 07:51:00

Isn’t it great to have all the information you need to do something in one place? Far easier to click a few times in one place to get an answer than to open multiple websites, fill in many forms and then you may end up more confused than when you started right?

Well, if you’re an entrepreneur who is looking to understand what finance options could be available for you, then the British Business Bank’s Finance Finder Tool could help you cut through the confusion. Unsure if your business needs angel investment or venture capital backing? Don’t know what an angel investor is? Don’t know the difference between a guarantee and a equity crowdfund? No worries, the Finance Finder tool could help.

With just eight questions, all with drop down options, our Finance Finder tool is quick and easy to use and at the end of the questions it will present finance options that could be suitable to your business based on the information provided. At that point, in the breakdown, it’s also possible to see more information on the finance type.

Then you’ll be on your way to the next step: preparing for finance. This is all about getting your business plan and vision down on paper. Hey, you know what would be great to have – a tool that shows if you are ready for finance? Well, brace yourself, we have something for that as well. On the FinanceReadiness Checker you can learn the key areas you may need to work on when preparing for finance.

So, if you want to set up a UK business and explore your finance options with confidence then the British Business Bank is here for you.

The British Business Bank is the UK’s economic development bank. Our mission is to drive economic growth by helping smaller businesses get the finance they need to start, scale and stay in the UK. In doing so, we help capture the economic value of innovation for the UK and create jobs and prosperity for people across the country.

We want small business to succeed. For them to be able to access the right finance to set up and grow. So, ready for business finance? Then use the Finance Finder Tool to get that clarity on your options – and best of all – it’s all in one place. No faff.

Click here to explore the finance finder tool now.

Disclaimer
For all types of business finance, it’s a good idea to seek independent specialist advice before deciding which type of finance is right for you and your business.

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